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2010 GUIDE OF

HEALTH PROFESSIONS



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The Health Career Guide provides key inormation on

over 60 health care proessions in the Province o Prince

Edward Island. As a student, you may fnd this inormation

extremely valuable, as you determine a career path that

best suits you. There is a wide range o proessions and we

encourage you to consider each o them as you explore the

career opportunities that Prince Edward Island has to oer

and will continue to oer within the health care sector.

Experience the satisfaction

of a helping profession.



cancer care 4 Biomedical Engineer 5

Dosimetrist 5

Medical Physicist 6

Medical Radiation Therapist 6 Physicist Assistant (Junior Medical Physicist) 7

clinical laboratory science 8 Cytotechnologist 9

Medical Laboratory Technologist 9

dentistry 10

Dental Assistant 11

Dental Hygienist 11

Dental Laboratory Technologist 12

Dentist 12

Denturist 13

diagnostic imaging 14

Radiological Technologist 15

Magnetic Resonance Technologist 15Nuclear Medicine Technologist 16

Sonographer 16

health information & communication 17

Health Inormation Specialist 18

Health Inormation Management 18

Health Unit Coordinator 19Medical Secretary 19

the medical profession 20

Chiropractor 21

Family Physician 21Naturopathic Doctor 22

Specialist Physician 22

mental health, addictions& community services 23 Addiction Counsellor 24

Autism Support Worker 24 Child Protection Social Worker 25 Community Residential Worker 25

Home Support Worker 26

Psychiatrist 26

Psychologist 27Social Worker 27

Youth Worker 28

nursing & nursing support services 29

Clinical Nurse Specialist 30

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 30

Nurse Practitioner 31

Registered Nurse (RN) 31

Resident Care Worker (RCW) 32

nutrition 33

Food Service Supervisor 34

Registered Dietitian 34

pharmacy 3

Pharmacist 3Pharmacy Assistant/Technician 3

special technologies & services 3

Electroencephalogram (EEG) Technologist 3

Electromyography (EMG) Technologist 3Environmental Health Ofcer 3

Paramedic 3Prosthetist/Orthotist 4

therapy 4 Audiologist 4

Kinesiologist 4

Occupational Therapist 4Occupational Therapy Assistant 4

Physiotherapist 4

Physiotherapy Aide 4

Physiotherapy Assistant 4

Registered Massage Therapist 4

Respiratory Therapist 4

Speech Language Pathologist 4

vision care 4

Licensed Optician 4Ophthalmologist 4

Optometric Assistant 4

Optometrist 4

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Biomedical Engineers fll an important role in maintaining all equipmentthat is used by the cancer care team to treat and to ensure sae deliveryo treatments to patients.

approximate salary: $47,677 - $58,968

high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with anemphasis on Sciences, English and Mathematics.

academic requirements: Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology

rom an accredited post secondary institution. Certifcation rom the

Association o Certifed Engineering Technicians and Technologists o Prince

Edward Island is required.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a program:• HollandCollege,PE(2yearprogram)

• NovaScotiaCommunityCollege,NS(2yearprogram)• NewBrunswickCommunityCollege,NB(2yearprogram)

Recent development in the technology that is used to treat canpatients has resulted in the Dosimetrist using specialized skills treatment planning through the use o computer sotware.

The Medical Dosimetrist is a member o the radiation oncology tewho has knowledge o the overall characteristics and clinical releva

o radiation oncology treatment, is cognizant o procedures commoused in brachytherapy and has the education and expertise necessto generate radiation dose distributions and dose calculationscollaboration with the medical physicist and radiation oncologist. Medical Dosimetrist develops with urther study and training beyothat o a radiation therapist.


high school preparation:Highschooldiplomawithanemphasi

Sciences and Mathematics.

academic requirements: The American Association o Med

Dosimetrists (alsoappliestoCanada)listsseveralwaysofqualicationthe feld o Medical Dosimetry, including combinations o university studie

science, radiation therapy and on-the-job training.

educational institute in canada oering a program:Canadian Association o Radiation Technologists oers a Dosimetry Spec

Certicate Program. (Candidatemust have aminimumof 2 yearswexperiencepost-certicationasaradiationtherapist.)

BIOMEDICAL ENGINEER DOSIMETRIST

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Medical Physicists work in an exciting and dynamic feld utilizing physicsand advanced technology or the diagnosis and treatment o disease.

The work o a Medical Physicist oten involves the use o x-rays,ultrasound, magnetic and electric felds, inra-red and ultraviolet light,heat and lasers in diagnosis and therapy. The majority o Medical

Physicists work in hospital diagnostic imaging departments, cancertreatment acilities, or hospital-based research establishments. Visit theCanadian Organization o Medical Physicists website at http://www.medphys.ca or urther inormation.

approximate salary: $90,000 - $150,000 +

high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with an

emphasis on Sciences and Mathematics.

academic requirements: Bachelor of Science in Physics,Master ofScienceinPhysics(preferablyMedicalPhysics),DoctorateinBiomedicalPhysics(optional)(preferablyMedicalPhysics),2yearresidencyinMedicalPhysics,Canadian College o Physicists in Medicine Certifcation or equivalent.

educational institute in atlantic canada oering a program:•DalhousieUniversity,NS

Advanced computer systems and radiation therapy equipment requthe skills o a Medical Radiation Therapist to use this equipmenthe treatment o cancer, based on a prescription rom the radiatoncologist.

Radiation Therapists deliver a precisely measured dose o radiation

a defned tumour volume. They provide ongoing clinical assessmeeducation and support to patients.


high school preparation: A high school diploma with an emphasis

Sciences, Mathematics and English.

academic requirements: Students are eligible to apply ater comple

a minimum o 1 year towards a science degree.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a progra•UniversityofNewBrunswick,NB•TheMichenerInstituteforAppliedHealthSciencesjointlywiththeUniversity Toronto,ON• TheMichenerInstituteforAppliedHealthjointlywithLaurentianUniversity,O

MEDICAL PHYSICIST MEDICAL RADIATION THERAPIST

cancer care



Working under the direction o a medical physicist, the PhysiAssistant is a part o the prevention and diagnostic team.

A Physicist Assistant applies scientifc knowledge, engineering atechnological skills to help diagnose and treat many kinds o diseaand health conditions under the direction o a certifed med

physicist.


high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with

emphasis on Physics and Mathematics.

academic requirements:BachelorofScienceinPhysicsandGraduDegree in Physics or related feld.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a progra• UniversityofPrinceEdwardIsland,PE(BachelorDegree)• DalhousieUniversity,NS

PHYSICIST ASSISTANT (JUNIOR MEDICAL PHYSICI

A career in Cancer Care does not necessarily mean a career

in one o these fve proessions. The health care team at

the Prince Edward Island Cancer Treatment Centre is very

diverse with all members playing a vital role. The team also

includes Physicians, Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical

Nurses, Registered Dietitians, Pharmacists, Social Workersand Machinist - to name a ew.

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CLINICALLABORATORYSCIENCE

In the treatment o disease, the role o the clinical

laboratory is essential to accurate diagnosis

and treatment o the patient. Advances made

in laboratory testing processes have provided

greater clarity and more detailed inormation

in determining the direction o treatments.



A Cytotechnologist tests cells to identiy important inormation onthe presence or absence o cancer in a patient.



emphasisonBiology,Chemistry,EnglishandMathematics.

academic requirements: A bachelor’s degree or college program in

Diagnostic Cytology and a proessional certifcation by the Canadian Society

forMedicalLaboratoryScienceisrequired.

educational institutes in canada oering a program:•DalhousieUniversity,NS•TheMichenerInstituteforAppliedHealthSciences,ON

With the skills to perorm a broad range o laboratory tests, Medical Laboratory Technologist completes a necessary step tleads to the diagnosis and treatment o a disease.


high school preparation: Academic high school diploma withemphasisonBiology,Chemistry,EnglishandMathematics.

academic requirements: Post-secondary studies in medical labora

science-usuallya2or3yearprogramatthecommunitycollegelevel.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a progra•NewBrunswickCommunityCollege,NB(2.5yearprogram)•NovaScotiaCommunityCollege,NS(2yearprogram)•CollegeoftheNorthAtlantic,NL(3yearprogram)

CYTOTECHNOLOGIST MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST

Medical Laboratory Technology is a

rewarding career choice.

MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST

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There was a time when a trip to the Dentist was anticipated

with trepidation and anxiety. Over the past century, technology

and methodology have changed the semi-annual visit to the

Dentist into a painless and eective way to ensure a lietime

o good oral health.

DENTISTRY



The primary role or the Dental Assistant is to provide qualifedassistance to the dentist with chair side procedures. In addition,Dental Assistants are responsible or instrument sterilization and, inmany practices, help manage the dental ofce.

approximate salary:$25,252-$34,320

high school preparation:HighschooldiplomaorequivalentwithGrade12academicEnglish(min.65%)andGrade11or12academicBiology(min.65%).

academic requirements: Dental Assistants must complete a college

dental assistant program.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a program:• HollandCollege,PE(14monthprogram)• OultonCollege,NB(10.5monthprogram)• DentalAssistantsCollegeofSaintJohnInc.,NB(10.5monthprogram)• NovaScotiaCommunityCollege,NS(12monthprogram)

Dental Hygienists provide dental hygiene treatment and inormatrelated to the prevention o diseases and disorders o the teeth amouth.


high school preparation: Academic high school diploma withemphasisonBiology,ChemistryandMathematics.

academic requirements: Diploma or university undergraduate deg

inDentalHygiene.Aprerequisiteforenteringtheseprogramsisaminimo 1 year o university study.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a progra•DalhousieUniversity,NS(2yeardiplomaprogramorundergraduatedegree program)•OultonCollege,NB(20monthprogram)

DENTAL ASSISTANT DENTAL HYGIENIST

It’s a great job as a mother, good

salary and exible hours.DENTAL HYGIENIST

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Dental Laboratory Technologists abricate and repair dentalrestorations and appliances such as dental crowns and bridges,orthodontic appliances, dentures, and other dental appliances.

approximate salary:$26,656

high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with anemphasisonEnglish,MathematicsandBiology.

academic requirements: College diploma in Dental Technology.

educational institute in canada oering a program:•GeorgeBrownCollege,ON(3yearprogram)

Leading the dental ofce team is the Dentist. It is the Dentist’s rto diagnose, treat, prevent and control disorders o the teeth amouth.

approximate salary:$123,730+++

high school preparation: Academic high school diploma withemphasis on Sciences, English and Mathematics.

academic requirements: A 4-year Doctorate program in DeSurgery.Normallyabachelor’sdegreeisrequiredbeforeacceptanceintoprogram. Extraordinary students may be admitted to the program withull-year academic classes at the undergraduate level.

educational institute in atlantic canada oering a program•DalhousieUniversity,NS

DENTAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST DENTIST

dentistry

Dentistry is a great proession because

it combines art and science. It is a very

rewarding career!

DENTIST



Denturists design, construct and ft ull, partial and immedidentures, mouth guards, anti-snoring devices and teeth-whitendevices to improve the patient’s oral environment.

approximate salary: $48,516 +++

high school preparation:HighschooldiplomawithacademicEngMathematicsandBiology.

academic requirements: College diploma

educational institutes in canada oering a program:•GeorgeBrownCollege,ON(3yearprogram)•NorthernAlbertaInstituteofTechnology,AB(3yearprogram)•VancouverCommunityCollege,BC(20monthprogram)

DENTURIST

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DIAGNOSTICIMAGING

The discovery o the X-ray more than a century ago created

a revolution in medical diagnosis that has advanced

appreciably in recent years.

There are our diagnostic imaging specialties on Prince

Edward Island including Radiological Technology, Magnetic

Resonance Technologist, Nuclear Medicine Technologist

and Sonographers. Technologists/Sonographers become

certifed by passing national examinations and belonging

to a provincial and/or national association.



Covering the broadest spectrum o procedures and applications indiagnostic imaging, the Radiological Technologist uses highly specializedequipment to perorm a wide variety o imaging procedures.

The proession o Radiological Technology covers a number o specialtiesincluding: static and fuoroscopic imaging (bones, chests, spines and

barium procedures), mammography, angiography, and computerizedtomography (CT scans)and operating room procedures.


high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with emphasis

on Sciences, Mathematics and English.

academic requirements:ABachelorofAppliedScienceinRadiographyis required. A period o supervised practical training and certifcation by the

Canadian Association o Medical Radiation Technologists is mandatory in

Prince Edward Island.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a program:• UniversityofPrinceEdwardIslandinpartnershipwiththePEISchoolofRadiography (StudentsmayapplytoaUPEI4yeardegreeprograminradiographyafter completingaminimumof1yearofarecognizedscienceprogram.)• CCNBCampbelltoninpartnershipwiththeUniversitédeMoncton,NB• UniversityofNewBrunswickinpartnershipwiththeMonctonHospitalandthe AHSCSaintJohnRegionalHospital,NB• DalhousieUniversity,NS

Further education beyond that required or a more traditiodiagnostic imaging career can qualiy a candidate as a MagnResonance Technologist.

A Magnetic Resonance Technologist works in an evolving feld usmagnetism, radio waves and computers to acquire cross-sectio

images o the body. Standard imaging now include breast imagcardiac and pediatric specialties.



emphasis on English, Mathematics and Sciences.

academic requirements: To enter a Magnetic Resonance Imag

program, candidates must be a registered technologist in Medical RadiograNuclearMedicine,RadiationTherapyorSonography.Trainingconsistsofbclassroomandclinicalexperienceforaperiodof9to12months.AnexceptothisisattheNorthernAlbertaInstituteofTechnologywherestudentsapplydirectlyfromhighschooltoa2yeardiplomaprogram.

educational institutes in canada oering a program:•MichenerInstituteforAppliedHealthSciences,ON(DistanceEducation)• RedRiverCollegeofAppliedArts,ScienceandTechnology,MB•NorthernAlbertaInstituteofTechnology,AB• BritishColumbiaInstituteofTechnology,BC(DistanceEducation)

RADIOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGIST MAGNETIC RESONANCE TECHNOLOGIST

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Diagnosis imaging and some treatment procedures are coveredunder the specialization o Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

Nuclear Medicine Technologists carry out specifc diagnosticimaging and treatment procedures. They prepare and administerradiopharmaceuticals, use gamma camera technology to diagnose

and manage diseases such as cancer, heart and thyroid disorders.



emphasis on Sciences, English and Mathematics with an overall average

greaterthan75%.

academic requirements: Degree or diploma program in nuclear

medicine.

educational institutes in canada oering a program:•UniversityofNewBrunswickinpartnershipwiththeNewBrunswickCommunity

CollegeandAtlanticHealthSciencesCorporation,NB

•DalhousieUniversity,NS

•MichenerInstituteforAppliedHealthSciences/UniversityofToronto,ON

• SouthernAlbertaInstituteofTechnologyPolytechnic,AB

• BritishColumbiaInstituteofTechnology,BC

Understanding and capturing images o internal organs and tissueacquired through the specialized training o a Sonographer.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers use sound waves (ultrasound)create images that will assist in the diagnosis and treatment o cardiovascular system, digestive tract, and aid in the monitoring

pregnancies. Specialized procedures such as biopsies o the breprostate and other organs are perormed in ultrasound.


high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with emph

onBiology,Physics,MathematicsandEnglish.Nogradebelow70%inanthesecoursesandanoverallminimumaverageof75%.

academic requirements: Diploma or bachelor’s degree.

educational institute in atlantic canada oering a program•DalhousieUniversity,NS(3yeardiplomaprogramor4yearbachelordegree)

It’s interesting to literally see inside someone. Just

like everybody looks dierent on the outside,

they look dierent inside too.

SONOGRAPHER

diagnostic imaging

NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST SONOGRAPHER



Maintaining records, coordinating treatment schedules and

managing the administrative elements o our health care

system are the career options that all under the heading o

health inormation and communication.

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Collecting, analyzing and reporting health care data to supportdecision-making alls under the mandate o a Health InormationSpecialist.

Health Inormation Specialists are comprised o a variety o disciplineswho concentrate on the identifcation o relevant quality indicators,

development o measurement tools, selection o appropriate datacollection methodology, management o databases, analysis ohealth-related inormation, and writing reports or key stakeholdersto oster knowledge dissemination.



emphasis on Mathematics, English, Sciences and Computer Science.

academic requirements: A university degree in health or social sciences

supplemented with course work in research techniques and processes is

required. A master’s degree is preerred, but not essential. Strong analytic

thinking and statistical knowledge are critical, in addition to group acilitation

and presentation skills.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a program:There are a variety o universities in Atlantic Canada that oer programs in

healthandsocialsciences.AstudentconsideringtheprofessionofHealthInormation Specialist may wish to fnd out which university and program

most appeals to his/her own interest.

Health Inormation Management proessionals collect, analyze amaintain patients’ health inormation or statistical purposes.


high school preparation: Highschooldiplomawithacademicgrade

Science, English and Mathematics.

academic requirements: A 2- year college program in heinformation. Employers may require a Canadian Health InformaManagement Association certifcation.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a progra•NewBrunswickCommunityCollege,NB•NovaScotiaCommunityCollege,NS•CanadianHealthcareAssociation,ON(DistanceEducation)

HEALTH INFORMATION SPECIALIST HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

health inormation & communication

Health Inormation Management is a

great career or someone interested in

healthcare, but not rontline, but more

the statistical side o health.

HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT



Health Unit Coordinators coordinate the activities and documentationor patients on the ward (unit) with other services and departmentsin the hospital or health care acility.


high school preparation:Highschooldiplomaorequivalent

academic requirements:Completionofa1or2yearcollegeprogramorother specialized courses or secretaries or medical secretaries.

educational institute in prince edward island oering a program: •HollandCollege,PE

A clear understanding o medical procedures and terminology is a po the training process that qualies a candidate to serve as a MedSecretary in a clinic, hospital, doctor’s oce or in another medical setti

Medical Secretaries perorm a variety o secretarial and administraduties, which may include the transcribing o medical reports with sp

and accuracy.

approximate salary:$26,625-$41,613 high school preparation: Highschooldiplomaorequivalent. academic requirements:Completionofa1or2yearcollegeprogramother specialized courses or secretaries or medical secretaries.

educational institute in prince edward island oering a progra•AcademyofLearning,PE

•EasternCollege,PE•HollandCollege,PE

HEALTH UNIT COORDINATOR MEDICAL SECRETARY

health inormation & communication

There are a variety o clerical, administrative type positions

within the health care sector o Prince Edward Island. I a

career in clerical work is o interest to you, we encourage

you to seek out the opportunities that are available in an

assortment o settings such as fnance, purchasing, nutrition,

scheduling, etc. Holland College, Eastern College and

Academy o Learning oer various programs that will put

you on the right path to a successul career in the area oclerical work.



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THE MEDICALPROFESSION

The frst steps in the intervention process and

the specialized treatments that may ollow are

included in this summary. The members o

this group deliver proessional treatment and

guide the process and progress o the patient

to recovery or eective management o an

ongoing condition.

CHIROPRACTOR FAMILY PHYSICIAN



Quick intervention is considered necessary by anyone who hasexperienced a debilitating bout o back pain. Many suerers know whata skillul Chiropractor can do and that keeps demand or this health careproessional high. Chiropractic includes the prevention, diagnosis and treatment o

biomechanical disorders o the neuromuscular system by methods thatinclude the use o imaging, laboratory and clinical diagnostic procedures,

joint manipulation or other manual therapies and exercise, and patienteducation.



on Sciences and Mathematics.

academic requirements: Students are required to complete a minimum

of3yearsofuniversitywithaminimumCGPAof2.5ona4.0scalebeforethey are eligible or admission into a Chiropractic program. Most applicants

have completed a baccalaureate or graduate degree.

educational institutes in canada oering a program:• CanadianMemorialChiropracticCollege,ON• L’UniversitéduQuébecàTrois-Rivières,PQ

More oten than not, the medical intervention process begins in ofce o the Family Physician. In many cases, this proessional is central health care manager in the reerral process o the doctor-patpartnership. Family Physicians diagnose and treat the diseases, physiological disord

and injuries o patients.

approximate salary: $149,985 +++


emphasis on Sciences, Mathematics and English.

academic requirements: A bachelor’s degree is strongly recommen

prior to applying into a medical program. Ater graduating rom an appro

medicalschool,2or3yearsoffamilymedicineresidencytrainingisrequireCompletion o the qualiying examinations o the Medical Council o Can

and licensing by the provincial authority are required.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a progra•DalhousieUniversity,NS•MemorialUniversity,NL

CHIROPRACTOR FAMILY PHYSICIAN

the medical proession

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Recent years have seen strong growth in the natural healing o patientswho have added this approach to their well being. Continuing demandor this alternative medicine opens up another opportunity to be a parto the health care team.

Naturopathic Doctors diagnose patients’ diseases and disorders andemploy natural methods o healing in their treatment. approximate salary:$40,000-$250,000 high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with anemphasis on Sciences, Mathematics and English.

academic requirements:TobeeligibleforadmissiontoaNaturopathicDoctor program, candidates require a bachelor’s degree with a cumulativegrade point average o around 3.3 on a 4.0 scale to be competitive. educational institutes in canada oering a program:

•CanadianCollegeofNaturopathicMedicine,ON(4yearprogram)•BoucherInstituteofNaturopathicMedicine,BC(4yearprogram)

On the other side o the reerral process rom the amily physiciathe Specialist Physician who specializes in specifc organs and systeo the body.


high school preparation: Academic high school diploma withemphasis on Sciences, Mathematics and English.

academic requirements: A bachelor’s degree is strongly recommen

prior to applying into a medical program. Graduation from an appro

medical school and specifc speciality training are required. Specialists in clin

medicine: 4 - 5 years o specialty residency training is required; specialist

surgery:5 -6yearsofspecialtyresidencytrainingisrequiredand2year

sub-specialty training may also be required.


the medical proession

NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR SPECIALIST PHYSICIAN



Likeour physical health,ourmentalhealth andwellbeingmay require professional attention

Signifcant advances in this feld o health care have created several rewarding career opportunities.

MENTAL HEALTH,

ADDICTIONS &COMMUNITY SERVICES

ADDICTION COUNSELLOR AUTISM SUPPORT WORKER



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Problematic substance use and addiction are realities o everyday liethat require the skills o qualifed Addiction Counsellors.

Addiction Counsellors work with individuals who are experiencingproblematic substance use or addiction.



on English.

academic requirements: An undergraduate degree or college diploma

in a social services related feld is usually required. A master’s degree in the

feld o counselling, mental health or a related social service discipline may

be required.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a program:Many schools in Atlantic Canada oer various programs in health and socialservice related felds that can lead to a career in addiction counselling, or

example:•UniversityofPrinceEdwardIsland,PE(SchoolofNursing)

• St.ThomasUniversity,NB(SchoolofSocialWork)

•DalhousieUniversity,NS(SchoolofSocialWork)

•MemorialUniversity,NL(SchoolofSocialWork)

ADDICTION COUNSELLOR

mental health, addictions & community services

To assist with the challenges o children and adults with autism, Autism Society o Canada has compiled a series o programs that qualiy a course candidate as an Autism Support Worker.

Autism Support Workers work with children and adults with auteither one-on-one or in small groups. They use systematic method

promote development and change behaviour.


high school preparation:Highschooldiploma

academic requirements: There are various career paths available

someoneseekingacareerasanAutismSupportWorker.TheAutismSocio Canada’s website is a great resource or someone interested in

proession.

educational institutes in prince edward island oering a progra• LeCollègeAcadieÎ.-P.-É,PE(OnlinetrainingfromlaCitéCollégiale,ON)

Visit the Autism Society of Canada website for more information on institution

Canada offering training in Autism Support Work.

AUTISM SUPPORT WORKER

CHILD PROTECTION SOCIAL WORKER COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL WORKER



Child Protection Social Workers play a critical role in our community,protecting those who are unable to protect themselves – the children.Child protection is a very rewarding eld o social work practice. Child Protection Social Workers conduct child protection investigations,develop clinical assessments, construct case plans in accordance withthe need to ensure children’s saety and enhance parenting unctioning,provide direct service to children in care o the Director o Child Protection,assess and support oster amilies, and are involved in adoptions and birthparent counselling. Child Protection provides the greatest employmentopportunities within the eld o social work on PEI.


high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with emphasisonEnglish,BiologyandMathematics.Volunteerworkexperienceisanasset.

academic requirements: ABachelor’sDegreeinSocialWork(BSW)istheentrydegreefortheeld;aMaster’sDegree(MSW)isnecessaryformoreadvancedpositions.ABachelor’sDegreeisoftenrequired,priortoentryintoaBSWprogram.Dalhousierequiresstudentstohavecompleted5fulluniversitycreditspriortoapplyingfortheBSWprogram.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a program: •St.ThomasUniversity,NB•DalhousieUniversity,NS•MemorialUniversity,NL•UniversitédeMoncton,NB

•UniversitéSaint-Anne,NS

CHILD PROTECTION SOCIAL WORKER

Community Residential Workers are trained to work with peoexperiencing intellectual disabilities, illnesses, autism, learndisabilities and other special conditions.


high school preparation: High school diploma or equivalent wacademicEnglish(min.65%)andvolunteerworkexperience.

academic requirements:1to2yearcollegediploma

educational institutes in prince edward island oering a progra• HollandCollege,PE(HumanServicesProgram-CommunityLivingWorker)• LeCollègeAcadieÎ.-P.-É.

COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL WORKER

It’s an opportunity to work with individuals,

amilies, groups and communities to empower

them in the development o the skills, resources

and supports to maximize their potential.

CHILD PROTECTION SOCIAL WORKER


PSYCHIATRISTHOME SUPPORT WORKER



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Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in diagnosing, treatand preventing mental, emotional and behavioural disorders.




academic requirements: Psychiatrists are medical doctors who h

completed a minimum o 5 years o additional accredited training ollow

4 years o general medicine training.


PSYCHIATRIST

A Home Support Worker provides an important relie or individualsand amilies who require ongoing or temporary assistance duringperiods o incapacitation, convalescence or amily disruption.


high school preparation: EmergencyFirstAid andHeartSaverCPRcertifcations.

academic requirements: Some secondary school may be required.

educational institute in prince edward island oering a program: •HollandCollege,PE(PersonalSupportWorkCourse)

HOME SUPPORT WORKER

PSYCHOLOGIST SOCIAL WORKER



Psychologists study the behaviour, emotions and thinking processes ohumans to better understand their behaviour, and provide assessmentand treatment or mental disorders. Psychologists either providetherapeutic services or work in an academic setting.



emphasisonEnglish,BiologyandMathematics.Volunteerworkexperienceis an asset.

academic requirements: In Canada, Psychologists must hold either a

master’s or a doctorate degree in Psychology. A master’s degree is a minimum

of2yearsafterabachelor’sdegreeandadoctoraldegreeis3to5yearsaftera master’s degree.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a program:

TheUniversityofPrinceEdward IslandoffersanundergraduatedegreeinPsychologyandmostuniversitypsychologydepartments(outsideofPEI)offerdegrees up to the doctoral level. They all dier in terms o study opportunities.

A student contemplating a career in Psychology may wish to fnd out which

university appeals to his/her own interest.

PSYCHOLOGIST


A Social Worker is a proessional who believes in the social justice, humrights, dignity and worth o all people.

Social Workers work with individuals, amilies, groups, and communito empower them in the development o skills, resources and suppto maximize their potential. They operate in a variety o settings such

child protection services, hospitals and mental health agencies.


high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with emphonEnglish,Biology,Mathematicsandvolunteerworkexperience.

academic requirements: ABachelor’sDegreeinSocialWork(BSWtheentrydegreefortheeld;aMaster’sDegree(MSW)isnecessaryformadvancedpositions.ABachelor’sDegreeisoftenrequired,priortoentryinBSWprogram.Dalhousierequiresstudentstohavecompleted5fullunive

creditspriortoapplyingfortheBSWprogram.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a progra•St.ThomasUniversity,NB•DalhousieUniversity,NS•MemorialUniversity,NL•UniversitédeMoncton,NB•UniversitéSaint-Anne,NS

SOCIAL WORKER

DID YOU KNOW: There are 252 Registered

Social Workers employed on Prince

Edward Island.

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Youth Workers implement plans o care or children and youth, assessand respond to recreational and social needs o children and youth, andassist parents/guardians and others in their dealings with children andyouth.

Youth Workers provide structure, guidance, and assistance to clients livingin group homes. They also assist in supporting youth, their amilies, andoster amilies in dealing with behavioural, emotional, and psychologicalissues. Youth Workers are employed in a variety o settings such as childprotection services, residential services, and sometimes brie in-homesupportive services to amilies and oster amilies. approximate salary:$38,025-$51,480

high school preparation:Highschooldiploma(min.of65%inEnglish),volunteer work experience and CPR.

academic requirements: 1or2yearcollegeprograminyouthcareand/or

aBachelor’sDegreeinasocialsciencediscipline. educational institutes in prince edward island oering a program:• HollandCollege,PE(ChildandYouthCareWorkerProgram-10months)

• EasternCollege,PE(ChildandYouthCarewithAddictionsSupportWorker-82weeks)

• UniversityofPrinceEdwardIsland,PE

• LeCollègeAcadieÎ.-P.-É


YOUTH WORKER

Being a youth worker is a great

proession because you deal with

young people every day, and

dealing with young people keeps

you young at heart.

YOUTH WORKER



NURSING& NURSINGSUPPORTSERVICES

Partnering with the medical team are the

qualifed members o the nursing proession.

The occupations that all under the general

term o nursing & nursing support services help

ulfll the growing need or specialized skills to

deliver eective rontline health care on PEI.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST



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Licensed Practical Nurses and Registered Nurses are the two categoo nursing proessionals involved in the assessment, planniimplementation and evaluation o nursing care.

LPNs provide nursing care to individuals, amilies and groups. Thstudy rom the same body o nursing knowledge as RNs ocusing on oundational knowledge. Through their initial education, LPNs devethe knowledge, skill, judgment and ability to contribute in all phao the continuum o care rom prevention to acute treatment apalliative care. LPNs in PEI work under the direction o an RN or otduly qualifed health care practitioner and assume ull responsibor their own practice.


high school preparation:Grade12orequivalentwithcredits aabovethegenerallevel.Grade12academicEnglish(min.70%),grade

or12academicbiology(min.70%),andgrade11academicMathemat(min.65%).

academic requirements: Successul completion o a Canadian prac

nursing diploma program and a passing score on the Canadian Prac

NurseRegistrationExamination(nationalentranceexam).

educational institute in prince edward island oering a progra•HollandCollege,PE(PracticalNursing,2YearProgram)

( )

nursing & nursing support services

A Clinical Nurse Specialist is qualifed to deal with specifc felds oclinical practice and specialized types o treatment. They provide expertnursing care or specialized client populations.

Clinical Nurse Specialists are registered nurses who use in-depthknowledge and skill, advanced judgement and clinical experience ina nursing specialty to assist in providing solutions or complex healthcare issues.


high school preparation: Applicants must have successully completed

Grade12inauniversitypreparatoryprogramwithanoverallaverageof70%inthefollowingsubjects:English,Mathematics,Chemistry,Biologyandoneotheracademicsubject,andnoindividualgradelowerthan65%ineachofthese courses.

academic requirements: Clinical Nurse Specialists must rst beregisterednurseswhoproceedstocompleteagraduateprogram(master’slevelorabove).

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a program:•UniversityofPrinceEdwardIsland,PE(BachelorofNursing)•UniversityofNewBrunswick,NB(Master’sDegree)•DalhousieUniversity,NS(Master’sorDoctoralDegree)•MemorialUniversity,NL(Master’sDegree)

NURSE PRACTITIONER (NP) REGISTERED NURSE (RN)



Working autonomously and collaboratively with interdisciplinaryteams, Nurse Practitioners (NP) are registered nurses with additionaleducational preparation and experience who possess and demonstratethe competencies to autonomously diagnose, order and interpretdiagnostic tests, prescribe pharmaceuticals and perorm specicprocedures within their scope o practice.


high school preparation: Applicants must have successully completed

Grade12inauniversitypreparatoryprogramwithanoverallaverageof70%inthefollowingsubjects:English,Mathematics,Chemistry,Biologyandoneotheracademicsubject,andnoindividualgradelowerthan65%ineachofthese courses.

academic requirements:MasterofNursing-NursePractitioner

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a program:•DalhousieUniversity,NS•MemorialUniversity,NL

Note: In 2011 the University of PEI will be offering a Master’s of NursingProgram in Nurse Practitioner.

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nursing & nursing support services

The Registered Nurse is a central member o the patient care delivteam. An undergraduate degree is the starting point to establiscandidate in this proessional career.

Registered Nurses (RN) care or patients and promote their physmental and social well being. They contribute to the health care systin direct patient practice, education, administration, research and poin a wide array o settings.


high school preparation: Applicants must have successully comple

Grade12inauniversitypreparatoryprogramwithanoverallaverageof7inthefollowingsubjects:English,Mathematics,Chemistry,Biologyandotheracademicsubject,andnoindividualgradelowerthan65%ineacthese courses.

academic requirements: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScNBachelorofNursing(BN),withapassingscoreontheCanadianRegisteNurseExamination.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a progra•UniversityofPrinceEdwardIsland,PE•UniversityofNewBrunswick,NB•UniversitédeMoncton,NB•DalhousieUniversity,NS•CapeBretonUniversity,NS•St.FrancisXavierUniversity,NS

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RESIDENT CARE WORKER (RCW)



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Resident Care Workers provide excellent care to people o all ages.Training or this role can result in a lietime o rewarding on-the-jobexperiences.

Resident Care Workers (RCW) provide physical, emotional, psychologicaland social care to patients under the supervision o registered nurses.

approximate salary:$20,611–$35,470

high school preparation:Grade12orequivalentwithcredits atorabove the general level.

academic requirements: Completion o a relevant college or privateinstitution training program.

educational institutes in prince edward island oering a program: •EasternCollege,PE(36weekprogram)

•HollandCollege,PE(7monthprogram)•MargueriteConnollyTrainingandConsulting,PE(36weekprogram)• LeCollègeAcadieÎ.-P.-É.,PE



FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR REGISTERED DIETITIAN



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A Food Service Supervisor is responsible or the supervision o starelated to the preparation, cooking, serving and delivery o meals.

A Food Service Supervisor in the health care feld will usually workin a hospital or long-term care setting and depending on the size othe acility may have direct responsibility o the Nutrition ServicesDepartment or receive direction rom a dietitian. Supervisors areinvolved in the planning o nutritious meals in accordance with nutritionrequirements o the patient/client while insuring that sae and sanitarywork procedures are ollowed.


high school preparation: AcademichighschooldiplomawithGrade12English,Mathematics,Chemistry,Biologyand1otherGrade12subject.

academic requirements: A Food Services Supervisor’s Course rom an

accreditedinstitutionoraBachelorofSciencewithafocusonnutrition. educational institute in prince edward island oering a program:•UniversityofPrinceEdwardIsland,PE-DepartmentofFamilyandNutritional

Sciences

In the growing feld o dietetics a Registered Dietitian integratranslates, and applies nutrition theory into practice and research studDietitians provide expertise in nutrition to promote health and prevand/or treat disease.

Dietitians work in a variety o settings including: health care acilitood service, private practice, industry, government, education aresearch. Some o the roles o a Registered Dietitian include developmenus, counselling patients, managing ood production and distributand researching and developing ood and nutrition policies basedscientifc evidence. The area o dietetics is growing and will continueexpand in an eort to meet the needs o our population.


high school preparation:AcademichighschooldiplomawithGradeEnglish,Mathematics,Chemistry,Biologyand1otherGrade12subject.

academic requirements: Bachelor ofSciencemajoring inFoodsNutritionandaccreditedDieteticInternshipProgram. educational institute in prince edward island oering a progra•UniversityofPrinceEdwardIsland,PE-DepartmentofFamilyandNutritional Sciences,IntegratedDieteticInternshipProgram(4.5yearprogram)

Those with a keen interest in culinary art may want to consider

a career as a Cook within the health care setting o hospitals

and/or long-term care acilities. A Diploma in Culinary Arts is

required rom The Culinary Institute o Canada, PE.

nutrition



PHARMACYKeeping up with the growing list

o medications used in medical

interventions is the specialized role

o today’s pharmacy.

PHARMACIST PHARMACY ASSISTANT/TECHNICIAN



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Partnering with medical proessionals, a Pharmacist provides drugtherapy and drug inormation to improve the health o patients.

Pharmacists compound and dispense pharmaceuticals and otherhealth care products, and provide consultative services to both clientsand health care providers in the community and hospital setting. Theproession is expanding its scope into prescribing, adjusting doses basedon laboratory tests, providing immunizations and more.


high school preparation: Academic high school with emphasis on

Sciences and Mathematics.

academic requirements: ABachelor ofScienceDegree inPharmacyis required. Minimum o 1 university year o general science is required

priortoapplyingtoapharmacyprogram.Graduatesmustpassanational

examination and a provincial legal examination.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a program: •DalhousieUniversity,NS•MemorialUniversity,NL

Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians assist the licensed pharmawith administrative duties in operating a pharmacy and help prepmedications and other health care products or patients.


high school preparation:Highschooldiploma

academic requirements: 1 year college diploma

educational institute in prince edward island oering a progra•EasternCollege,PE

Provinces are now working nationally to regulate (provincially)

“Pharmacy Technicians” – the programs are being accredited

based on competencies developed by pharmacy regulators.

There will be a national exam and a jurisprudence exam.

The “scope” o a Pharmacy Technician will expand, as they

operate more independent than they do now, reeing up the

pharmacist to urther expand their own scope. Accreditation

will be required to be a “Technician”, however, there still will

be “Assistants” who will unction as they do now.

pharmacy



This category includes those proessions

that provide a specialized service within the

health care sector o Prince Edward Island.

SPECIALTECHNOLOGIES

& SERVICES

ELECTROENCEPHALOGRAM (EEG) TECHNOLOGIST ELECTROMYOGRAPHY (EMG) TECHNOLOGIST



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The documentation and evaluation o impulsive and evoked electricalactivity rom the brain and its nervous system requires the expertise o atrained EEG Technologist.

Electroencephalogram (EEG) Technologists use sensitive electronicdiagnostic equipment to document and evaluate the electrical activityo the brain and nervous system. This inormation is then used by

physicians to diagnose diseases, injuries and abnormalities.



emphasis on Sciences, English and Mathematics.

academic requirements: College diploma in Electroneurophysiology.

Certifcation is required in PEI, which can be obtained by successully

completing theCanadianBoardofRegistrationof Electroencephalograph

Technologists,Inc.(C.B.R.E.T.Inc.)writtenandpracticalexaminations.VisittheC.B.R.E.T.Inc.websiteforadditionalacademicrequirements.

educational institute in canada oering a program:•BritishColumbiaInstituteofTechnology,BC(2yearprogram)

Physicians use the expertise o an Electromyography Technologistunderstand the electrical activity o the muscles and nervous system Electromyography (EMG) Technologists use electronic diagnoequipment to test the electrical activity o a patient’s muscles anerves.



emphasis on Sciences, English and Mathematics.

academic requirements: College diploma in ElectroneurophysioloCertifcation is required in PEI, which can be obtained by successcompleting theBoard of Registrationof EMGTechnologistsofCanwritten and practical examinations.

educational institute in canada oering a program: •BritishColumbiaInstituteofTechnology,BC(2yearprogram)

Doing EEG & EMG testing is very interesting and

challenging as every patient is dierent and you

never know what to expect. Very challenging and

rewarding.

EEG TECHNOLOGIST

special technologies & services

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OFFICER PARAMEDIC



Growing environmental awareness has resulted in new opportunities toparticipate in the important work o creating physical environments thatcontribute to a lietime o better health.

Environmental Health Ocers promote and protect the health and saetyo Islanders and visitors through inspections, education and consultationo public and private services and acilities. Work includes inspections at

restaurants, slaughterhouses, markets, estivals, swimming pools, tattooshops, child care centres, nursing homes and community care homesalong with teaching ood saety education courses, investigating publichealth complaints, issuing boil water advisories and restricting youthaccess to tobacco. approximate salary:$41,000-$52,000

high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with anemphasis on Science and Mathematics.

academic requirements: Typically a 4 year Bachelor Degree inEnvironmental/PublicHealthisrequired.A2yearfasttrackdegreeisoftenanoptionifthecandidatealreadyhasaBachelor’sDegreeinScience.Successfullyobtaining national certication bythe Canadian InstituteofPublicHealthInspectors is a requirement or most jobs in this feld. educational institutes in canada oering a program:•CapeBretonUniversity,NS•RyersonUniversity,ON•ConcordiaUniversityCollegeofAlberta,AB• BritishColumbiaInstituteofTechnology,BC

•FirstNationsUniversityofCanada,SK

Paramedics use their knowledge and skills to administer medical cto ill or injured patients prior and during transportation to health cacilities.

Paramedics are trained to deliver care to the sick and injured in a vario environments. The primary role o a Paramedic is to provide a numo stabilization procedures prior to arriving at the hospital while work

or ground ambulance services. This includes administering medicatiand perorming procedures that decrease patient suering and improutcomes.

approximate salary: Primary Care Paramedics: $33,000 - $44,000

Advanced Care Paramedics: $47,000 - $53,00

high school preparation: HighschooldiplomaorequivalentwithcreatorabovethegenerallevelwithGrade12academicScienceandEnglandGrade11academicMathematics.Studentsmustbe19yearsofagprogramstart.ValiddriverslicenseandacurrentCPR-BasicRescuerLevand a standard First-Aid Course.

academic requirements: 1 year college program

educational institute in prince edward island oering a progra•HollandCollege,PE(PrimaryCareParamedicProgram-10monthsorAdvanc CareParamedicProgram-13months)


PROSTHETIST/ORTHOTIST



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Orthotists design many types o articial devices used to support orcorrect the unction o a limb or torso, while Prosthetists abricate articiallimbs to replace missing limbs or those too damaged to be repaired.

Prosthetists and Orthotists are employed in hospitals, rehabilitationcentres or private acilities to design, abricate and t prosthetic (articiallimbs) and orthotic appliances (braces or splints/supports).

approximate salary:$56,082-$68,796 high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with an

emphasis on Sciences and Mathematics.

academic requirements: A2-year college program and 22 monthso internship. Many applicants to the program already possess a health or

science related undergraduate degree.

educational institutes in canada oering a program:

•GeorgeBrownCollege,ON• BritishColumbiaInstituteofTechnology,BC


Working in prosthetics can be very rewarding. It’s an amazing eeling

when you get to see someone walk again or the frst time ater

losing a limb on a device that you were able to make or them.

PROSTHETIST



THERAPYThere are many therapies that help

maintain specifc organs and systems

o our body at an optimum level

throughout a lietime.

AUDIOLOGIST KINESIOLOGIST



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Audiologists are hearing health proessionals who identiy, diagnose andmanage individuals with hearing loss, tinnitus and balance disorders. approximate salary:$52,455-$65,598

high school preparation: Highschoolacademicdiplomawithemphasison Science, English and Mathematics.

academic requirements: Audiologists require a Master’s Degree in

Audiology.StudentsmustpossessaBachelor’sdegreewithaminimumaverageofB+inthelast2yearsoffull-timestudiestobeconsideredintoaMaster’s

program.


Prescribing the right rehabilitative exercise or a range o muscular askeletal conditions requires the specialized assessment and therapeskill o a Kinesiologist.

Kinesiologists assess musculoskeletal conditions, prescribe rehabilitaand sport exercises. They work with other proessionals to supply a wrange o input in all areas o health, ftness and wellness in a vari

o public, private and corporate environments. Kinesiology is oa oundation or urther training in Athletic Therapy, PhysiotheraChiropractic, Osteopathy and other medical felds o practice.



emphasis on English, Mathematics and Sciences.

academic requirements: BachelorofScienceinKinesiology.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a progra• UniversityofNewBrunswick,NB• UniversitédeMoncton,NB• AcadiaUniversity,NS• DalhousieUniversity,NS• St.FrancisXavierUniversity,NS

therapy

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT



Occupational Therapists help people to participate in the activities thatare important to them regardless o their physical or mental ability.These activities may be work or school related, ocused on sel-care orleisure activities. Occupational Therapists use a systematic approach based on evidenceand proessional reasoning to enable individuals, groups and

communities to develop the means and opportunities to identiy,engage in and improve their unction in the occupations o lie. Theprocess involves assessment, intervention and evaluation o theclient related to occupational perormance in sel-care, work, study,volunteerism and leisure.




academic requirements: Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy is

required.Foradmissioninto theDalhousieMaster’sprogram, aBachelor’sdegreeinanyeldatarecognizedacademicinstitutionwithaminimumBaverageonthelast20creditsofthedegreeisrequired.


therapy

Occupational Therapy Assistants, working under the supervision ooccupational therapist, assist clients in achieving their unctional goand resuming their routines o daily living by implementing individor group treatment programs.


high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with emphonEnglish,Mathematics,Biologyandanotherscience.

academic requirements: Diploma rom a recognized occupatio

therapy or rehabilitation assistant program.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a progra•EasternCollege,NS&NB(86weekprogram)•NovaScotiaCommunityCollege,NS(2yearprogram)•CollegeoftheNorthAtlantic,NL(2year,web-basedprogram)

Contact Eastern Collage for a start up date of the Physiotherapy/Occupati

Therapy Assistant Course for PEI.

PHYSIOTHERAPIST PHYSIOTHERAPY AIDE



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Improving and restoring physical condition and mobility alls under themandate o the Physiotherapist.

Physiotherapists assess, diagnose and treat symptoms o illness, injuryand disability through a combination o specialized hands on clinicalskills and an extensive knowledge o the body. Physiotherapists provideeducation, prescribe individualized therapeutic exercise programs and

implement physical treatment techniques to maintain, improve orrestore strength, unction and movement, alleviate pain, and preventphysical dysunction in patients.




academic requirements: Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy. For

admission into the Dalhousie program a 4 year undergraduate degree orequivalentwithanoverallgradeofB inthemostrecent60credithoursisrequired.DegreesthathaveafocusonNeuroscience,Psychology,HumanMovementScience,ExerciseScience,HumanPhysiology,HealthPromotion,Ergonomics and Anatomy are most avourable.

educational institute in atlantic canada oering a program: •DalhousieUniversity,NS

The Physiotherapy Aide assists the registered physiotherapistdelivering exercise and rehabilitation programs to the patient.


high school preparation:Grade12orequivalent

academic requirements: Physiotherapy Aides have complephysiotherapy specifc on-the-job training that is variable in length

content, depending on the background o the support worker and the ne

o the client populations with whom they are working with.

educational institutes in prince edward island oering a prograTraining is usually directed by a registered physiotherapist on the job.

It’s exciting to watch your patient’s progress

and know you have played a role in their

recovery. You have a sense o ulfllment

every time your patient/client achieves a

unctional goal… like standing or walking

again or the frst time.

PHYSIOTHERAPIST

therapy

PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST



Working under the supervision o a Physiotherapist, the PhysiotherapyAssistant works directly with patients to help implement their treatmentprograms and assist them to reach their treatment goals.


high school preparation: Academic Grade 12 (min. 60% overall

average)withanemphasisonEnglish,Mathematics,BiologyandanotherScience.

academic requirements: Diploma rom a recognized Physiotherapy or

Rehabilitation Assistant program.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a program:•EasternCollege,NS&NB(66weekprogram)•NovaScotiaCommunityCollege,NS(2yearprogram)•CollegeoftheNorthAtlantic,NL(2year,web-basedprogram)

Contact Eastern Collage for a start up date of the Physiotherapy/Occupational

Therapy Assistant Course for PEI.

therapy

Massage therapy treats specifc conditions o the body, while promotthe well being o lie.

A Registered Massage Therapist evaluates and treats musculoskelepathologies. They can be employed in multidisciplinary clinics, spresorts, and are oten sel-employed business owners.


high school preparation: High school diploma with emphasisnatural sciences.

academic requirements:2year,2200hourcollegediploma

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a progra• ICTNorthumberlandCollege,NS•CanadianCollegeofMassage&Hydrotherapy,NS•EasternCollege,NS• ICTCollege,NB•AtlanticCollegeofTherapeuticMassage,NB

Did You Know: 38% o Physiotherapists

in the Province are at or near retirement.

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST



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A Respiratory Therapist assists patients with their breathing.

Respiratory Therapists work with physicians and other health careproessionals in the diagnosis, treatment and care o patients withrespiratory and associated disorders.



emphasisonEnglish,Mathematics,ChemistryandPhysics(orBiologyfortheDalhousieprogram).

academic requirements: 3 year diploma program or 4 year bachelor

degree.

educational institutes in atlantic canada oering a program: •DalhousieUniversity,NS•UniversityofNewBrunswick,NB•NewBrunswickCommunityCollege,NB•UniversitédeMonctoninpartnershipwiththeNewBrunswickCommunity College,NB•CollegeoftheNorthAtlantic,NL

Speech Language Pathologists are specialists in communication wdiagnose and evaluate speech, language and swallowing disorders.


high school preparation:HighschooldiplomawithanemphasiScience and Mathematics.

academic requirements: Master’sdegreeinSpeechLanguagePatholTheprogramatDalhousieUniversityinvolves3yearsoffull-time study

leadstoaMasterofScienceDegreeinHumanCommunicationDisordeFor admission to the Dalhousie program an undergraduate degree w

a minimum B+ grade in the most recent 20 half credits is requiUndergraduatedegreesinPsychology,Biology,HealthSciences,KinesiologNursing,LinguisticsorEducationarefavourable.

educational institute in atlantic canada oering a program

• DalhousieUniversity,NS

therapy



Likeotherbranchesofhealthcare,visioncarehasseenmany advances, including laser and cataract surgery

techniques that have greatly improved vision or many

patients.Visioncarerequirestheservicesofthefollowing

proessionals.

VISION CARE

T i d t fll th i ti t t i t d hth l l i t O hth l l i t h i i h i li i di i

LICENSED OPTICIAN OPHTHALMOLOGIST



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Trained to fll the prescriptions o optometrists and ophthalmologists,the Optician is an eye care proessional who provides lenses or thecorrection o vision deects.

Opticians ft clients with prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses, assistclients in the selection o eyeglass rames, arrange or the production oeyeglasses or contact lenses and mount lenses in eyeglass rames.

approximate salary: $41,895

high school preparation: Academic high school diploma

academic requirements: Six months to 2 year opticianry program,these courses may be taken ull or part-time and, in some cases, are available

through distance education.

educational institutes in canada oering a program:• BCCollegeofOptics,BC• DouglasCollege,BC• GeorgianCollege,ON• NorthernAlbertaInstituteofTechnology,AB

Ophthalmologists are physicians who specialize in diagnosing atreating diseases and injuries o the eye.



onBiology,Chemistry,MathematicsandEnglish.

academic requirements: Medical degree and residency training

Ophthalmology.

educational institute in atlantic canada oering a program•DalhousieUniversity,NS

vision care

A O t m t i A i ta t i a i di id al iall t ai d i a i ti g a E ami ati a g all a i d t b O t m t i t

OPTOMETRIC ASSISTANT OPTOMETRIST



vision care

An Optometric Assistant is an individual specially trained in assisting anoptometrist in the provision o ull-scope optometric care to patients.


high school preparation: Academic high school diploma

academic requirements: Certifcate program or on-the-job training byemployer.

educational institutes in canada oering a program:CanadianAssociationofOptometrists-OptometricAssistantCourse(distanceeducation - in order to enroll in the course, the candidate must currently

be employed by an optometrist and remain employed by the optometrist

throughoutthedurationofthecourse.)

Eye examinations are generally carried out by Optometrists wprescribe corrective lenses and deal with a range o diseases disorders o the visual system. Optometrists are vision specialists who examine the eye, diagnose treat ocular problems, as prescribed by law; examine, diagnose atreat visual problems with spectacles, contact lenses or other modali

as required.




academic requirements: Minimum o 3 years o university studies

pre optometric science program, ollowed by a 4 year Doctor o Optom

Degree. Specialization beyond this is possible in many areas, such as binoc

vision, paediatrics, low vision, etc.

educational institutes in canada oering a program: •UniversityofWaterloo,ON•UniversitédeMontréal,PQ

Helping kids with sight and school problems.

Helping people in general. The enjoyment o

seeing people when they can “see”.

OPTOMETRIST

NOTES



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What specifc role within the healthcare sector is most suitable or you? (i.e. rontline, laboratory, administrative, therapy, etc.)

What 3 health care proessions are o interest to you? What can you do now as a student to succeed in your proession interest?

What else do you need to know beore making an inormative decision about your uture career plans?



referencesInormation on the health careers described in this guide was obtained rom

the ollowing sources:

Labour Market Inormation: www.labourmarketinformation.ca

CanLearn: www.canlearn.ca

Additional inormation on job descriptions, salary ranges, academicrequirements and training programs was obtained rom proessionalassociations, health sector proessionals, labour ofcials and educationalinstitutions.

All inormation published herein is gathered rom sources that are thought t

reliable, but the reader should not assume that the inormation is ofcial or fnal.

PEI Health Sector Council does not assume responsibility or errors, and all inorma

is subject to change without notice.

Thank you to all health care professionals who agreed to be showcased wi

this guide.

Photo Credits - Communications PEI / B. Simpson, Light & Vision Photography / L. Ve

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care sector? Visit our Career Portal at www.peihsc.ca. See frsthand wha

day in the lie is really like or Island health care proessionals.

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